Air purifier in a furniture article

ABSTRACT

A room air purifier has a body with a frame at least partially defining an interior chamber and an opening to the chamber. A purification mechanism in the chamber includes one or more filters and one or more blowers. A panel is configured to removably mount to the body and cover the opening to the chamber. A base mounted to the body, and each leg of a set of legs is mounted to the base. A nonwoven fabric portion covers at least part of the body. The blower when activated generates an inflow through the nonwoven fabric portion and a filter, and an outflow though the body, all while hidden from view in what to an observer looks like an article of furniture.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No.16/299,561, filed Mar. 12, 2019 which is incorporated herein byreference in its entirety.

BACKGROUND

Air purifying devices incorporated into decorative articles or intoarticles of furniture are known. Such devices typically use filters orultraviolet light or ion injectors to purify the air surrounding thedevice. Yet there are continual issues in manufacture, operation,function, and ornamental appearance that remain unresolved.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

One aspect of the disclosure is directed to a room air purifiercomprising a body at least partially defining an interior chamber, thebody having a plurality of sides, a top coupled with the body, at leastone opening provided between the top and the body, and a purificationmechanism provided within the interior chamber, the purificationmechanism comprising at least one filter and at least one blower,wherein the purification mechanism is configured to generate an inflowthrough the at least one opening and an outflow to an exterior of thebody through at one of the plurality of sides.

One aspect of the disclosure is directed to a room air purifiercomprising a body at least partially defining an interior chamber, thebody having, an upper portion, a lower portion, and a plurality ofsides, a top attached to the upper portion of the body, a purificationmechanism provided within the interior chamber, the purificationmechanism comprising at least one filter and at least one blower, anddual inlets in fluid communication with the purification mechanismwherein the purification mechanism is configured to generate an airflowthrough the dual inlets.

Yet another aspect of the disclosure relates to a room air purifier,comprising a body at least partially defining an interior chamber and anopening to the interior chamber, the body having a plurality of sides, atop supported by the body, at least one opening provided between the topand the body, a working air flow path including the at least one openingand at least one aperture located at one or more of the plurality ofsides, and a purification mechanism fluidly coupled to the working airflow path, wherein the purification mechanism comprises at least onefilter and at least one blower.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

In the drawings:

FIG. 1 is an isometric view of a first embodiment of an article offurniture having an air purifier function according to various aspectsdescribed herein.

FIG. 2 is a schematic illustration of a direction of air flow in thefirst embodiment of FIG. 1.

FIG. 3 is an exploded view of aspects of the first embodiment of FIG. 1.

FIGS. 4a and 4b are a sectional side views of a portion of the firstembodiment of FIG. 1 taken along line 4-4 of FIG. 1.

FIGS. 5a and 5b are rear views of a portion of the first embodiment ofFIG. 1 showing electrical access.

FIGS. 6a and 6b are front views of a portion of the first embodiment ofFIG. 1 showing a user interface.

FIG. 7 is an isometric view a portion of the first embodiment of FIG. 1with the top removed.

FIG. 8 is a schematic view of an alternative air purifier configurationaccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 9 is a side view of the first embodiment of FIG. 1 showing anaccess area.

FIG. 10 is the side view FIG. 9 incorporating an autonomous floorcleaning device.

FIG. 11 is a front view of the first embodiment of FIG. 1 incorporatingan autonomous floor cleaning device.

FIG. 12 is an isometric view of another embodiment of an article offurniture having an air purifier function according to various aspectsdescribed herein.

FIG. 13 is a schematic illustration of a direction of air flow in theembodiment of FIG. 12.

FIG. 14 is an exploded view of aspects of the embodiment of FIG. 12.

FIG. 15 is a closer view of the base of the embodiment of FIG. 12.

FIG. 16 is an isometric view of an embodiment of an article of furnitureaccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 17 is an isometric view of legs for the embodiment of FIG. 16.

FIG. 18 is an isometric view of a base for the embodiment of FIG. 16.

FIG. 19 is an isometric view of another embodiment of an article offurniture according to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 20 is an isometric view of a base for the embodiment of FIG. 19.

FIG. 21 is an isometric view of a body for the embodiment of FIG. 19.

FIG. 22 is an isometric view of an embodiment of an air purifieraccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 23 an isometric view of a base for the embodiment of FIG. 22.

FIG. 24 is an isometric view of legs for the embodiment of FIG. 22.

FIG. 25 is an isometric view of another embodiment of an air purifieraccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 26 is an isometric view of legs for the embodiment of FIG. 25.

FIG. 27 is an isometric view of another embodiment of an air purifieraccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 28 is an isometric view of a top for the embodiment of FIG. 27.

FIG. 29 is an isometric view of a body for the embodiment of FIG. 27.

FIG. 30 is an isometric view of another embodiment of an air purifieraccording to various aspects described herein.

FIG. 31 is an isometric view of a top for the embodiment of FIG. 30.

FIG. 32 is an isometric view of a base for the embodiment of FIG. 30.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The present disclosure relates to various aspects of an air purifierthat are unobtrusive in a distinctly ornamental appearance of an articleof furniture, yet also include distinctly improved functional featureshidden in the ornamental appearance. Such features relate to intelligentcontrol, automatically switchable configurations, easily convertiblearrangements, and amplified filtration by at least a nonwoven portion ofa fabric covering, among other things.

FIGS. 1-3 illustrate basic elements of an embodiment of an air purifier10 configured as an article of furniture. The air purifier 10 comprisesa top 12, a body 14, a base 16, and a set of legs 18 extending from thebase 16 that enables the air purifier 10 to be supported on a floor orother surface. The body 14 encloses a chamber 20 that includes apurification mechanism 22. The chamber 20 has an opening 21 at an upperend of the body 14, which can be covered by the top 12. As shown in FIG.2, air flow is directed into and out of the body 14 by the purificationmechanism 22, dirty air being drawn into the body 14 according to theinflow A, and clean air being exhausted from the body 14 according tothe outflow B. The top 12 is preferably a structure formed of a polymer,either molded, injected, or assembled, though other materials such aswood or metal are within the scope of the invention. The top 12comprises an upper surface 24 that is configured to look like andfunction as a tabletop, and sides 26 that are preferably dimensioned tobe equal where the overall horizontal cross section of the top 12 andthe body 14 will be square. Thus, the top 12 can be oriented on the body14 in any one of four possible positions. The top 12 may include a userinterface 28 on one of the sides 26 where the square configuration willenable a user to position the user interface 28 on any side of the body14 by simply rotating the top 12 relative to the body 14 beforepositioning the top 12 on the body 14. Alternatively, one or moreelements of the user interface 28 can be coupled to, located on, orincorporated into the upper surface 24 of the top 12. It is contemplatedthat the user interface 28 can include a water resistant or waterprooftouch display. The water resistant or waterproof touch display caninclude, but are not limited to, technologies such as described byInternational Protection Marking codes as IPX4 and IPX5. It is furthercontemplated that the top 12 can include a lower surface 29 of suitableoutward use so that the top 12 can be rotated vertically and seated in aposition where either the lower surface 29 or the upper surface 24 isexposed. The vertical rotation allows the top 12 to optionally beoriented on the body 14 in any one of eight possible positions. Thelower surface 29 and the upper surface 24 can be manufactured or coatedin different materials. By way of non-limiting example, materials thatcan be used to coat at least one or more portions of the lower surface29 or the upper surface 24 include glass, wood veneer, plastic, cloth,or metal.

The top 12 may be configured to attach to the body 14 in any one ofseveral well-known ways, including, but not limited to nesting in asocket on the body 14, resting on a shoulder on the body 14,snap-fitting to the body 14, latching to the body 14, or being hinged tothe body 14. Further, the top 12 may have an electrical connection (notshown) coupled to the user interface 28 on a side 26 that will engageanother electrical connection (not shown) on the body 14 that is coupledto the purification mechanism 22, or that is on the purificationmechanism 22 for direct coupling when the top 12 is attached to the body14. It will be understood that a user interface 28 on the top 12 isoptional, and that the horizontal cross sectional shape of the top 12and the body 14 need not be square. For example, if two opposing sidesof 26 of the top 12 are longer than the other two opposing sides 26 ofthe top, the horizontal cross sectional shape will be generallyrectangular. Within the scope of the invention, the horizontal crosssectional shape can be any shape consistent with being an ornamentalarticle of furniture. For, example, the horizontal cross sectional shapemay be triangular where two sides are intersected by a hypotenuse, suchas a corner cabinet where the two sides are disposed against the wallsat a corner, and the hypotenuse is exposed to view. In another example,the hypotenuse need not necessarily be straight; it may be circular,curved, or arcuate to accentuate other features in the article.

The body 14 will preferably have a horizontal cross sectional shapesimilar to the top 12. Though it will be understood that the body 14 mayhave any horizontal cross sectional shape, regardless of the horizontalcross sectional shape of the top, so long as the top 12 effectivelycovers the opening 21 of the chamber 20. The body 14 includes a frame 30with openings configured to allow the inflow A and the outflow B throughvertical sides 31 to fluidly communicate with the purification mechanism22. The frame 30 is preferably covered completely with a fabric 32 thatis adapted to act as pre-filter for the inflow A. The frame 30 caninclude structures such as ribs, contoured protrusions, or othersupporting structures such that the fabric can be configured intopredetermined patterns or shapes when the air purifier 10 is activated.Alternatively, one or more openings (not shown) not covered in fabriccan be provided between the top 12 and the body 14 that are configuredto allow the inflow A and the outflow B through vertical sides 31 tofluidly communicate with the purification mechanism 22.

The fabric 32 will preferably be knitted to have a greater porosity thana woven fabric, and preferably wherein the porosity is such that no morethan 250 pascals of pressure drop will occur across the fabric with anair inflow A of 300 cubic feet per minute (CFM) or 0.142 cubic metersper second (m³/s). Furthermore, the inflow A need not necessarily by ona side different from the outflow B. The inflow A may be in one portionof a given side, and the outflow B may be in another portion of thegiven side; the inflow A may be on a side opposite from the outflow B;and there may be multiple inflows A as well as multiple outflows B.

A bezel 34 is provided between the top 12 and the body 14. The bezel 34may be configured as an adapter to enable different tops 12 to attach todifferent bodies 14. As well, the bezel 34 may be a decorative featureto enhance the ornamental appearance of the air purifier 10. In thisrespect, the bezel 34 may be formed of a different material than eitherthe top 12 or the body 14, and it may have a different texture or colorthan either the top 12 or the body 14. Further, it will be understoodthat a user interface (not shown) can be provided on the bezel 34.

The base 16 is preferably formed of a material similar to the top 12,i.e., a polymer, either molded, injected, or assembled, though othermaterials such as wood or metal are within the scope of the invention.The base 16 can include receptacles or sockets 40 to receive the set oflegs 18. Preferably, each socket 40 will project at an angle generallyoutwardly away from a central axis 41. The number of sockets 40 willgenerally equal the number of legs 18 in the set. The base is preferablyadapted to be permanently affixed to the body 14 and to have a footprintthat is no larger than that of the body 14. Alternatively, the set oflegs 18 can directly attach to the base 16 without sockets 40.

Each leg 18 is attached to the socket in any one of various well knownways, such as bolting, screwing, bayonet fixture, or snap or press fit.The legs 18 may be formed of wood, polymer, or composite materials, andwill preferably have a tapered shape. Each leg 18 will have anelastomeric cap 42 at its terminal end to absorb vibrations and minimizenoise from the air purifier 10. The legs 18 may also be covered by ahydrographic sleeve 44, with or without texture. The number of legs 18will typically be four, though more or fewer are within the scope of theinvention, so long as the number of legs is adequate to support the airpurifier 10 on a surface.

FIGS. 4a and 4b show more detail about an embodiment of the top 12. Thetop 12 comprises a recessed area 50 surrounded by a lip 52 raised abovethe surface of the recessed area 50. It will be understood that the lip52 inhibits the flow of liquid that may be spilled on the top 12 beyondthe lip 52. Moreover, the lip 52 preferably extends beyond the verticalsides 31 of the body 14 so that any liquid that might flow over the lip52 will fall beyond the sides 26 and not dribble down the vertical sides31. In FIG. 4b , it can be seen that the top 12 has a depending sidewall54 and base wall 56 that nests in a shoulder 58 on the body 14, or asshown in FIG. 4 b, the bezel 34.

FIGS. 5a and 5b show embodiments providing wire management in the airpurifier 10. In FIG. 5 a, it can be seen that power is provided to theair purifier 10 by a cord 60 preferably extending through the base 16 tothe components therein that require power, such as a user interface,motors, controllers, and the like. In FIG. 5 a, a power panel 62 isdisposed on the vertical side 31 near the top 12 to enable convenientaccess for devices that may be supported on the top 12. For example, thepower panel 62 may have Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports 64, or anyother power pass-through connector, and a pass through power socket 66.Electronic devices that require power for charging by a USB cord, forexample, can be plugged into the USB ports, and appliances that requirepower from a conventional socket can be plugged into the power socket66. In FIG. 5 b, it is contemplated that the power panel 62 can bedisposed in the chamber 20, and accessible via the opening 21 when thetop 12 is moved to expose the opening 21. In this embodiment, USB andpower cords can extend through a power port 68 to connect to the powerpanel 62 inside the body 14. While a USB port has been specificallydescribed as an example, it is contemplated that any power pass-throughconnector, including inductive charging can be used additionally oralternatively to the USB port.

FIGS. 6a and 6b show embodiments of a user interface 70 disposed on thevertical side 31 of the body 14, preferably hidden from view by thefabric 32 when not in display. In FIG. 6 a, the user interface 70 maycomprise a plurality of lights 72, which are visible from behind thefabric 32 when the plurality of lights 72 are activated. In FIG. 6 b,the user interface 70 comprises a plurality of indicia 74, which arevisible from behind the fabric 32 when activated, and that are readableby a user.

FIG. 7 shows an embodiment of the purification mechanism 22. A firstfilter 80 is disposed in the frame 30 on one vertical side 31 a of thebody 14 where inflow A enters the chamber. A second filter 82 isdisposed in the frame 30 on another vertical side 31 b of the body 14where another inflow A′ enters the chamber. The first and second filters80, 82 may be alike, or they may differ in various aspects such asthickness, filter media, porosity, and intended pollutant capture. Forexample, the first filter 80 can be configured to capture particulatesand the second filter 82 may be configured to capture gases. The frame30 may have adjustable vents (not shown) behind the fabric 32 that arecontrollable to permit or obstruct the inflows A, A′ as desired. In thisrespect, it may be that a user wishes to filter only particulates andnot gases in which case the purification mechanism 22 can be set topermit the inflow A and obstruct the inflow A′. Or a user may wish tofilter only gases, and not particulates, in which case the purificationmechanism 22 can be set to permit the inflow A′ and obstruct the inflowA. The purification mechanism 22 includes a single blower 84 thatgenerates the outflow B. The frame 30 may be configured to direct theoutflow B from one or both vertical sides 31 c, 31 d. Preferably, thefirst and second filters 80, 82 are independently removable for easycleaning or replacement.

FIG. 8 schematically shows an embodiment where the purificationmechanism 22 comprises independent blowers 86, 88, each one associatedwith the corresponding first or second filter 80, 82 respectively. Thus,inflow A may pass through the fabric 32, the frame 30 and the firstfilter 80 before entering a plenum 90. Separately, inflow A′ may passthrough the fabric 32, the frame 30 and the second filter 82 beforeentering the plenum 90. The first and second filters 80, 82 can beuniquely designed for filtration of particulate matter (PM) or volatileorganic compounds (VOC). Each independent blower 86, 88 may beindependently controllable. It will be appreciated that when only oneblower is operating, the chamber 20 will be configured to prevent oneinflow from exhausting anywhere other than the specified outflow B.

At least one PM sensor 92 or a gas or VOC sensor 94 can be incommunication with the independent blowers 86, 88 to adjust the speed ofone or more independent blower 86, 88 based on input from the at leastone PM sensor 92 or the VOC sensor 94. By way of non-limiting example,the at least one PM sensor 92 or the VOC sensor 94 are illustratedbetween the fabric 32 and the first and second filters 80, 82. It iscontemplated that the location of the at least one PM sensor 92 or theVOC sensor 94 can be at any location on or in the air purifier 10. Byway of further non-limiting example, the plenum 90 in turn may include aPM sensor 93 or a VOC sensor 95 in addition to or as an alternative tothe at least one PM sensor 92 or VOC sensor 94.

It is further contemplated that any number or type of sensors can be incommunication with the independent blowers 86, 88. Sensor types caninclude, but are not limited to, odor sensors, motion sensors,temperature sensors, humidity sensors, optical sensors, or auralsensors.

FIG. 9 is a side view of the air purifier 10 illustrating an access area81 defined by the set of legs 18, the base 16, and a floor 83. A dockingstation 85 can be located in or adjacent to the access area 81. Thedocking station 85 can be electrically connected to the air purifier 10via a connector 87 using any known electrical connection. It iscontemplated that the connector 87 can illustrate a wireless inductionof electricity between the air purifier 10 and the docking station 85.

The connector 87 is illustrated as connecting the power panel 62 of theair purifier 10 to the docking station 85, however, it is contemplatedthat connector 87 can couple to any portion of the air purifier 10 thatpermits the flow of electricity to the docking station 85. Optionally,the docking station 85 can include a protrusion 89 that extends into theaccess area 81.

FIG. 10 illustrates an autonomous floor cleaning device 91 coupled tothe docking station 85. It is contemplated that the autonomous floorcleaning device 91 can be any autonomous vehicle.

FIG. 11 further illustrates the access area 81 with, by way ofnon-limiting example, the autonomous floor cleaning device 91. The setof legs 18 partially defining the access area 81 which can be thought ofas an opening under the air purifier 10 which receives the dockingstation 85. A communications module 97 coupled to the docking station 85can be used to autonomously guide the autonomous floor cleaning device91 to the docking station 85. The communications module 97 can use, byway of non-limiting example, infrared line-of-sight homing beacons tocommunicate with the autonomous floor cleaning device 91.

FIGS. 12-14 illustrate basic elements of another embodiment of an airpurifier 100. The air purifier 100 comprises a body 140, a base 160, anda set of legs 180 extending from the base 160 that enables the airpurifier 100 to be supported on a floor or other surface. The body 140encloses a chamber 200 that includes a purification mechanism 220. Thechamber 200 has a front opening 210 in a recess 240 in the body 140. Thefront opening 210 is adapted to receive an inflow A to the chamber 200.A top 250 has a plurality of openings 255 that enable an outflow B fromthe chamber 200.

The front opening 210 is bounded by a jamb 260 in the recess 240 that isconfigured to receive an open frame 300 by friction fit. Additionally oralternatively, hooks or detented latches can be used to secure the openframe 300. A tab 310 on the frame 300 enables the frame to be removedfrom and replaced on the jamb 260. A fabric cover 320 is attached to theframe 300 in any one of several well know ways such that it preferablycan be movable with the frame 300 as a unit. The fabric cover 320 andthe frame 300 are configured such that portion of the fabric cover 320extends over the recess 240 to create the impression of an infinitybackground. The fabric cover 320 is adapted to act as pre-filter for theinflow A. The fabric cover 320 will preferably be knitted to have agreater porosity than a woven fabric, and preferably wherein theporosity is such that no more than 250 pascals of pressure drop willoccur across the fabric with an air inflow A of 300 CFM. Moreover, theposition of the jamb 260 in the recess 240 preferably defines whatappears to the casual observer as an infinity background for the fabriccover 320 when the frame 300 is mounted to the jamb 260.

A filter 800 is configured to be mounted within the frame 300 to providea designed filer function to the inflow A. Because the filter 800 ischangeable, different types of filters may be used, such as particulatefilters or gaseous filters of varying capacities.

The purification mechanism 220 includes a single blower 410 thatgenerates airflow in a channel 420 in fluid communication with theplurality of openings 255 in the top 250. The blower 410 draws theinflow A through the pre-filter of the fabric cover 320, the open frame300 and the filter 800, and exhausts the filtered outflow B through thechannel 420 and the plurality of openings 255. It will be appreciatedthat the blower 410 may be controlled by a variable speed controller(not shown) to adjust the speed of the inflow A, and the outflow B. Aswell, a single blower may be replaced by more than one blower, and morethan one filter to accommodate different filtering functions, such asparticulate and gaseous filtering.

A user interface 500 may be disposed on a tab 510 depending from thebody 140 over the recess 240 so that it appears to float over theinfinity background. The user interface 500 may be any type of displayfrom individual coded lights to a fully integrated text and graphicdisplay. It will be appreciated that visibility and aesthetics may beenhanced by lighting provided to the recess 240.

FIG. 15 shows more detail of the base 160 which is preferably formed ofa polymer, either molded, injected, or assembled, though other materialssuch as wood or metal are within the scope of the invention. The base160 comprises sockets 170 to receive the set of legs 180. Preferably,each socket will project at an angle generally outwardly away from acentral axis 190. The number of sockets 170 will generally equal thenumber of legs 180 in the set. The base 160 is preferably adapted to bepermanently affixed to the body 140 and to have a footprint that is nolarger than that of the body 140. Alternatively, the set of legs 180 candirectly attach to the base 160.

Each leg 180 is attached to the socket in any one of various well knownways, such as bolting, screwing, bayonet fixture, or snap or press fit.The legs 180 may be formed of wood, polymer, or composite materials, andwill preferably have a tapered shape. Each leg 180 will have anelastomeric cap 195 at its terminal end to absorb vibrations andminimize noise from the air purifier 100. The legs 180 may also becovered by a hydrographic sleeve 198, with or without texture. Thenumber of legs 180 will typically be four, though more or fewer arewithin the scope of the invention, so long as the number of legs isadequate to support the air purifier 100 on a surface.

FIGS. 16-32 illustrate the ornamental appearance of various embodimentsof articles of furniture and air purifiers.

FIG. 16 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of anembodiment of an article of furniture.

FIG. 17 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of thelegs of the embodiment of FIG. 16.

FIG. 18 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of thebase of the embodiment of FIG. 16.

FIG. 19 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance ofanother embodiment of an article of furniture.

FIG. 20 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of abase for the embodiment of FIG. 19.

FIG. 21 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of abody for the embodiment of FIG. 19.

FIG. 22 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of anembodiment of an air purifier.

FIG. 23 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of abase of the embodiment of FIG. 22.

FIG. 24 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of thelegs of the embodiment of FIG. 22.

FIG. 25 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance ofanother embodiment of an air purifier.

FIG. 26 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance oflegs of the embodiment of FIG. 25.

FIG. 27 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance ofanother embodiment of an air purifier.

FIG. 28 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of atop of the embodiment of FIG. 27.

FIG. 29 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of abody of the embodiment of FIG. 27.

FIG. 30 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance ofanother embodiment of an air purifier.

FIG. 31 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of atop of the embodiment of FIG. 30.

FIG. 32 illustrates, in isometric view, the ornamental appearance of abase of the embodiment of FIG. 30.

To the extent not already described, the different features andstructures of the various aspects of the present disclosure may be usedin combination with each other as desired. Thus, the various features ofthe different aspects may be mixed and matched as desired to form newaspects, whether or not the new aspects are expressly described.

While aspects of the present disclosure have been specifically describedin connection with certain specific aspects thereof, it is to beunderstood that this is by way of illustration and not of limitation.Reasonable variation and modification are possible within the scope ofthe forgoing disclosure and drawings without departing from the spiritof the present disclosure which is defined in the appended claims.Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relatingto the aspects disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting,unless the claims expressly state otherwise.

What is claimed is:
 1. A room air purifier, comprising: a body at leastpartially defining an interior chamber, the body having a plurality ofsides; a top coupled with the body; at least one opening providedbetween the top and the body; and a purification mechanism providedwithin the interior chamber, the purification mechanism comprising atleast one filter and at least one blower, wherein the purificationmechanism is configured to generate an inflow through the at least oneopening and an outflow to an exterior of the body through at least oneof the plurality of sides.
 2. The room air purifier of claim 1 whereinthe top is removably coupled to the body.
 3. The room air purifier ofclaim 1 wherein the top is coupled to the body by at least one ofnesting in a socket on the body, resting on a shoulder on the body,snap-fitting to the body, latching to the body, or being hinged to thebody.
 4. The room air purifier of claim 1, further comprising a set oflegs extending from a base, wherein the base couples to the top via atleast one of the plurality of sides.
 5. The room air purifier of claim 4wherein the set of legs defines an access area.
 6. The room air purifierof claim 4 wherein the set of legs project at an angle generallyoutwardly away from a central axis.
 7. The room air purifier of claim 1wherein the at least one blower includes a first blower and a secondblower, wherein the first blower is independent of the second blower. 8.The room air purifier of claim 1, further comprising a bezel providedbetween the top and the body.
 9. The room air purifier of claim 8,further comprising a user interface provided on the bezel.
 10. The roomair purifier of claim 1 wherein the top comprises a recessed areasurrounded by a lip raised above a surface of the recessed area.
 11. Theroom air purifier of claim 1 the outflow to the exterior of the body isthrough a frame on at least one of the plurality of sides.
 12. The roomair purifier of claim 11 wherein the frame further comprises vents. 13.A room air purifier, comprising: a body at least partially defining aninterior chamber, the body having, an upper portion, a lower portion,and a plurality of sides; a top attached to the upper portion of thebody; a purification mechanism provided within the interior chamber, thepurification mechanism comprising at least one filter and at least oneblower; and dual inlets in fluid communication with the purificationmechanism wherein the purification mechanism is configured to generatean airflow through the dual inlets.
 14. The room air purifier of claim13 wherein the dual inlets are spaced about opposite potions of the roomair purifier.
 15. The room air purifier of claim 13 wherein the dualinlets are located on at least two of the plurality of sides.
 16. Theroom air purifier of claim 13 wherein the top is removably coupled tothe body.
 17. A room air purifier, comprising: a body at least partiallydefining an interior chamber and an opening to the interior chamber, thebody having a plurality of sides; a top supported by the body; at leastone opening provided between the top and the body; a working air flowpath including the at least one opening and at least one aperturelocated at one or more of the plurality of sides; and a purificationmechanism fluidly coupled to the working air flow path, wherein thepurification mechanism comprises at least one filter and at least oneblower.
 18. The room air purifier of claim 17, further comprising abezel provided between the top and the body.
 19. The room air purifierof claim 18, further comprising a user interface provided on the bezel.20. The room air purifier of claim 17, further comprising a set of legsextending from a base coupled to the top via at least one of theplurality of sides, wherein the set of legs defines an access area.